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Evalyn Castillo, 9, and her sister Madilyn, 8, meet Jack, an 11-year-old deaf Jack Russell Terrier waiting for a McLean home in which to spend his final years. The Castillo McLean sisters have two fox terriers. An estimated 1,500 human guests attended the six-hour pet expo sponsored by the McLean Community Center.

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www.ConnectionNewspapers.comOctober 20-26, 2010 ❖ Volume XXIV, Number 42 online atMcLean www.connectionnewspapers.com Connection ❖ October 20-26, 2010 ❖ 1 2 ❖ McLean Connection ❖ October 20-26, 2010 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com McLean Connection Editor Kemal Kurspahic News 703-778-9414 or [email protected]

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Donna Manz Reston District Commander Capt. Deborah Burnett ad- dresses residents at The Grange in Great Falls Oct. 14.

Photos by Photos The McLean Pet Expo, sponsored by the McLean Community Center, featured dogs, children’s activities, entertainment, vendors, a pooch parade, and more dogs. Crimes Continue Total number of incidents McLean Goes to the Dogs hits 105, police urge residents to stay aware. McLean Pet Expo featured costumed-pooches, By Alex McVeigh and who’s not, but we’re still The Connection looking.” children’s activities. Residents of Great Falls gath- reat Falls resident Tho ered at The Grange Oct. 14 to mas Cranmer’s neigh hear from Fairfax County offi- By Donna Manz G bor was a victim of the cials about the string of break- The Connection recent string of burglaries and ins. As of Oct. 13, there have larcenies that has hit Fairfax been 105 incidents, of which 52 here were service dogs, rescued dogs, County over the last few weeks. are burglaries, 17 attempted family dogs and costumed dogs on Oct. While local neighborhoods are burglaries and 36 other related T16 at Lewinsville Park. None of that was keeping their eyes peeled, incidents. as extraordinary as the circumstances. Cranmer knows it’s a challenge. There have been four reports Not only did the dogs visiting the McLean Pet Expo “As neighbors, we try and in Great Falls, on two separate all socialize quite courteously with one another, but keep our eyes out, but there’s nights, with the last incident they also put up with lots of petting and stroking by always people coming and go- occurring Sept. 18. The latest strangers. ing,” he said. “It can be hard to The activities – pony rides, moon bounce, merry- tell who is supposed to be there, See Report, Page 23 go-round and entertainment – were all free. An estimated 1,500 human guests passed through the six- hour pet expo sponsored by the McLean Community Center. “She likes other dogs, seeing new dogs, and inter- acting with them,” said Alicia Blissitte of Herndon, speaking of her ten-month-old dog, Mandy, dressed in a colorful witch’s costume with a jaunty witch’s Pup Mandy Blissitte of Herndon came hat. dressed as a witch. With her is human A breeze blew through the falling leaves but the Alicia Blissitte. sun shone intensely. The parking lot of Lewinsville Park filled up quickly early on, leaving cars parked witches and vampires. along Chain Bridge Road and in neighborhoods. Michelle Traver of Sterling, guiding her very large Food vendors sold bratwurst, fried chicken, pizza, dog Nuada around, said, “It is just something to do funnel cakes, hot cider, crab cake sandwiches, shaved with my dog, [to] give him something fun to do to- ice, hamburgers, nachos and smoothies. A Frisbee- day.” catching demonstration preceded the HowlO’ween Service vendors included all-natural pet food, pet Pooch Parade. Many of the dogs did come dressed photography, pet rescue and adoption organizations, Dozens of Great Falls residents listen to police offi- for Halloween, one in an orange-purple-green witch’s dog and cat accessories, dog trainers, dog day care cials at The Grange about the recent string of bur- tutu, another dressed like a young caterpillar, and glaries that has hit Fairfax County. some dressed as iconic eerie favorites of ghosts, See Pet Expo, Page 16 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com McLean Connection ❖ October 20-26, 2010 ❖ 3 News Rotarians ‘Serve Above Self’

and ring the bell on behalf of the Salvation Army at McLean Rotary Club Christmas. Now for the third year, Rotarians are donates $18,700 to local mentors to students at Timber Lane Elementary School, where they also fund books for students in projects in September. grades kindergarten through second grade to take home. Rotary’s partnership with Homestretch is new this n September the McLean Rotary Club and its year. The McLean Rotary Club teamed with Rotary McLean Rotarian and Vinson Hall Director Kathy Martin Foundation awarded a total of $18,700 to lo clubs in Falls Church, Reston, and Rosslyn/Fort Myer reading to students at Timber Lane Elementary School Ical projects. The latest awards are: $10,000 to to give Homestretch a $7,500 grant. Homestretch the Timber Lane Elementary School reading is a nonprofit which serves Fairfax County and pro- program, $4,900 to Homestretch to initiate a Teen vides transitional housing to homeless families. Center program, $1,300 to the Literacy Council of Many of the 110 families that Homestretch serves Northern Virginia to provide adult English learners are single parent. About half of them include abused with a book of their own, $1,000 to support the Falls women. One-third of the parents are foreign-born Church McLean Children’s Center preschool program, refugees from Darfur, Afghanistan, and other war- and $1,500 for youth awards. torn countries. The families include 235 children. The motto of Rotary is “Service Above Self.” The Typical problems faced by homeless families include McLean Rotary has 60 members who contributed lack of education, lack of the English language, lack their time as well as about $100,000 in the last fis- of marketable skills, high debt and poor credit, and cal year to support local and international projects. poverty. The families stay with Homestretch ap- In the international arena, the McLean Rotary has proximately two years, which is relatively short funded projects such as the worldwide polio eradi- considering the depth and gravity of their problems. cation program, Partners for Surgery, which assists Yet, approximately 85 percent of the families find medical clinics in Guatemala, and a teacher training permanent housing and achieve self-sufficiency. program in Swaziland. This year, the club is Homestretch owns or leases 70 dwelling units to partnering with the McLean American Legion Post provide transitional housing for these families. The 270 and the students at McLean and Langley High high success rate is made possible by offering a wide Schools to raise $25,000 to support Stop Hunger range of services, including language, job skills, and Now, an effort to provide lunch to students in pov- financial management training. The Rotary grant Rotarians Jan Auerbach, Stan Richards, Bill Stell, and erty throughout the world. will provide computer software, furniture, and ath- Glenn Yarborough, and Executive Director Elizabeth Page On the local front, Rotarians serve meals to teens letic equipment, and other supplies to help start the and preschoolers at the Falls Church McLean Children’s at the Alternative House, give blood to the Red Cross, program. Center.

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To have community events listed in the Connection, send to mclean@ SATURDAY/OCT. 23 connectionnewspapers.com. Deadline is T’ai Chi Beginners’ Practice. 8 a.m. Friday. on the outdoor basketball court behind Dolley Madison Public Library at 1244 Oak Ridge Ave., McLean. THURSDAY/OCT. 21 703-759-9141 or Safe Community Coalition Fall www.FreeTaiChi.org. Community Conversation. 7:30 Brinker Toastmasters. 9:30 a.m. at p.m. at Cooper Middle School, 977 Vienna Presbyterian Church, 124 Balls Hill Road, McLean. A Park St. N.E., Vienna. Meets second presentation on the parental dilemma and fourth Saturday of the month. of underage drinking with Ralph brinker.wordpress.com. Hingson, Sc.D., M.P.H., from the Social Action Linking Together National Institute of Alcohol Abuse (SALT). 9 a.m. at Saint Mark and Alcoholism and the National Catholic Church, 9970 Vale Road, Institutes of Health. 703-371-5995. Vienna. Colman McCarthy will speak Beulah Road Al-Anon Group. 7:30 on how to be empowered and work p.m. at the Antioch Christian Church, for social change with skills taught at 1860 Beulah Road, Vienna. his Center for Teaching Peace. Practicing the Twelve Steps, www.S-A-L-T.org. welcoming and giving comfort to families of alcoholics, and giving MONDAY/OCT. 25 understanding and encouragement to the alcoholic. [email protected]. McLean & Great Falls Celebrate Virginia. 5:30 p.m. at the McLean Community Center, 1234 Ingleside FRIDAY/OCT. 22 Ave., McLean. The group is planning Del. Barbara Comstock Open an event in 2011 to commemorate House Constituent Meeting. 9- the 150th anniversary of the Civil 10:30 a.m. at the McLean War. 703-356-8223. Community Center, 1234 Ingleside NARFE Dulles Chapter 1241 Ave., McLean. 703-209-3787 or Luncheon Meeting. 11:30 a.m. at [email protected]. Amphora Diner, 1151 Elden St., Del. Barbara Comstock Open Herndon. Congressman Jim Moran, House Constituent Meeting. 11 running for reelection in the 8th a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the Great Falls Congressional District, and Jeff Library, 9830 Georgetown Pike Great Barnett, running for election in the th Falls. 703-209-3787 or 10 Congressional District, will [email protected]. attend. $17. Reserve by Oct. 21 at Line Dance Class. 10 a.m. Durga 703-435-3523. Temple, 8400 Durga Place, Fairfax What to Feed a Living Trust. 10 Station. For age 55 and up. All levels. a.m. at the Vienna Ongoing, meets every Friday. $5. Community Center, 120 Cherry St. S.E., Registration required at Vienna. Attorney David Hoffman www.fairfaxcounty.gov/rec or 703- with a free seminar on trusts. Topics 324-5544, TTY 711. See Bulletin, Page 13

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www.fairfaxcrimesolvers.org or text Witnesses Sought for “TIP187” plus your message to CRIMES/ Life-Threatening 274637 or call Fairfax County Police at 703- 691-2131. Crash Detectives from the Crash Reconstruction Golf Tournament Unit are seeking witnesses to a crash that occurred near Tysons Corner Center shop- Raises $125,000 for ping mall involving a Physician’s Transport ambulance and a 2008 silver four-door Johns Hopkins Mazda around 4:17 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. The immixGroup Foundation of McLean 7. announced it has raised $125,000 to sup- The ambulance, driven by a 39-year-old port cancer research, education, and patient man, was headed northbound on Chain care at Johns Hopkins. The foundation is a Bridge Road (Route 123) near Tysons Bou- non-profit 501(c)(3) organization affiliated levard. The driver of the Mazda, a 28-year- with immixGroup, Inc. immixGroup helps old woman, was attempting to turn left onto technology companies do business with the Chain Bridge Road from the shopping cen- government. ter when the ambulance struck the driver’s Proceeds from the foundation’s sixth an- side of her vehicle. nual charity golf tournament, held at The woman, who was nearly nine months Lansdowne Resort on Oct. 4, brought the pregnant with twins, was transported to the total amount raised on behalf of Johns hospital with serious, but non life-threat- Hopkins to more than $650,000. ening injuries. As a result, she gave birth to For the second year in a row, these pro- the twins prematurely. They initially ap- ceeds will fund the immixGroup Founda- peared to be in good condition; however, tion Surgical Oncology Fellowship in the several hours later, one baby developed a Department of Surgery at Johns Hopkins. life-threatening condition and remains criti- To learn more about the Department of cal. Surgery at Johns Hopkins, visit The driver and passengers of the ambu- www.hopkinsmedicine.org/surgery. For in- lance were transported to the hospital with formation on the immixGroup Foundation non life-threatening injuries. Charity Golf Tournament, visit Anyone who may have witnessed this www.immixgroup.com/charitygolf. crash is asked to contact Crime Solvers by phone at 1-866-411-TIPS/8477, e-mail at See Week, Page 7

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The Brooksfield School to host Green Day’ in McLean a day of food, fitness and fun. Halloween he Greater McLean kicks off at 9 a.m. Supervisor Jon Chamber of Com Foust (D-Dranesville) will speak at local, green or organic products. bers will be chatting about ways Themed Hayride T merce (GMCC) is 10 a.m. and festivities for the en- Giant, The Organic Butcher, McLean is making efforts to be- in The Parks looking forward to tire family will continue till noon. ZPizza, Mylo’s Grill, Whole Foods, come greener and healthier. The Riverbend Park’s hayride McLean Green Day on Saturday, With the goal of educating the Open Kitchen, among others, will Brooksfield School will also dem- plunges into the woods around Oct. 23. This day of food, fitness, community about sustainability provide organic food samples. Ex- onstrate eco-friendly gardening dusk on Friday, Oct. 29. Find and fun—presented by The and green living, McLean Green perts from Elm Street Fitness, methods. The day will feature live out about the animals “whoo” Brooksfield School—will be held Day will showcase vendors, build- Equinox, and Pengu Studio will be music from local musician and are out at night on this not-so- scary wagon ride. Listen for bats at 1830 Kirby Road on the grounds ers, architects, nutritionists, farm- on hand to dole out fitness tips. entertainer John Henry. and meet an animal. Visitors of St. Dunstan’s Church. The event ers and businesses that provide Local politicians and GMCC mem- McLean Green Day guests will should bring flashlights. Rides be able to purchase eco-conscious last 45 minutes and start at 6 items from local merchants, in- and 7 p.m. The cost is $5 per person. To register, visit cluding homemade children’s out- www.fairfaxcouty.gov/parks/ erwear from Trendy Tots, organic parktakes or call 703-222-4664. makeup from NYR, and yoga at- For more information, call the Regency Salon tire from Candela. Over 30 ven- park at 703-759-9018. Riverbend Park is located at dors will participate during 8700 Potomac Hills St. in Great 703-448-7790 McLean Green Day. Falls. For those interested in ways to At Frying Pan Farm Park rides will be offered on Oct. 21, 22, make household activities 26, 27, 28 and 29. The 30- Brazilian Blowout $199 “greener,” Addie Spahr of Green minute rides start at 5:30, 6 and formaldehyde-free Living Consulting will demonstrate 7 p.m., and the cost is $5 per keratin smoothing treatment how to make “green” cleaning person. For more information, call the park at 703-437-9101. products and detoxify the home. Frying Pan Farm Park is located Eric Oliver of EMO Energy Solu- at 2709 West Ox Rd. in Full Highlight + Haircut $129 tions will share tips about home Herndon. energy audits. Ghassan Abukurah Find more Halloween includes blow-dry and styling programs online at from A2Design and Mark Turner www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks. from GreenSpur will provide up- Certified Brazilian Blowout Salon For more information, call 703- to-date news and money-saving 324-8662. 1800 Old Meadow Rd, McLean, 22102 tips on how to make homes and offices more energy efficient.

12 ❖ McLean Connection ❖ October 20-26, 2010 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Bulletin Maplewood Grill Board Serving Our Neighbors and Friends for Over 26 Years From Page 5 Monday Night is will include funding a trust, trusts and mortgages, trusts and the IRS, record keeping, making amendments and Half-Price Wine Night more. 703-255-6360 or www.viennava.gov. Northern Virginia Chapter of the Flintstone Style Live Entertainment Open National Alliance on Mental Saturdays Lamb Shank Wed thru Sat Illness Meeting. 7 p.m. at First for Lunch Christian Church, 6165 Leesburg Special Pike, Falls Church. 703-256-2908. 703-281-0070 TUESDAY/OCT. 26 132 Branch Road, S.E. • Vienna, VA Tysons Corner Kiwanis Club Visit www.maplewoodgrill.com for Specials Meeting. 7:30 p.m. at George C. Marshall High School, Room 124, 7731 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church. Meeting is public and Individuals looking to volunteer in their community welcome. www.tysonscornerkiwanis.org. THIS IS “LUCINDA” Families with Children with Disabilities. 7 p.m. The Women’s D.O.B. September 18, 2006. Retriever Mix, Center, 127 Park St. N.E., Vienna. A spayed female, 60 lbs. Lucinda once was in workshop for individuals whose a loving home. Times got rough and she families include children with could no longer stay. She dreams of another disabilities, with Patti Green Roth, family to love. She’s a beautiful blonde- disability advocate, analyst and haired lovebug. She’s only 4 years old, still educator. $35 non-members, $25 members. Register at loves to play a game or two but has grown www.thewomenscenter.org or 703- up and out of the all play, all day, years. She 281-2657. would be a wonderful companion for any family or someone who just wants a best WEDNESDAY/OCT. 27 friend. Take time to send in your dog adoption application today and I’ll be sure to tell Support Group for Survivors of Clergy Abuse. 6:30 p.m in the Lucinda hope is right conference room of the Tysons- around the corner. Pimmit Hills Regional Library, 7684 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church. A HUMANE SOCIETY OF FAIRFAX COUNTY monthly peer support group for Hours: Monday-Friday 10-4 and Saturday 10-3 • www.hsfc.org survivors and others affected. Free. 4057 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax, VA 22030 • 703-385-7387 Confidential. No registration required. 703-538-6128. JSSA Parent Support Group for Young Adults Across the Autism Spectrum. 7 p.m. at JSSA, 3018 Javier Road, Fairfax. A monthly support group to discuss participants’ interests and concerns. Identifying community resources, building a support network and balancing one’s own needs with that of an adult son or daughter. Register at 703-204- 9100. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. 6 p.m. at JSSA, 3018 Javier Road, Fairfax. For ages 9-11. Anxiety management skills. Wednesdays through Jan. 19. 703-204-9100. Child and Spousal Support: The Realities Beyond Formulas. 7 p.m. The Women’s Center, 127 Park St. N.E., Vienna. Led by a mediator who is also an attorney and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst. $35 non- members, $25 members. Register at www.thewomenscenter.org or 703- 281-2657.

THURSDAY/OCT. 28 Beulah Road Al-Anon Group. 7:30 p.m. at the Antioch Christian Church, 1860 Beulah Road, Vienna. Practicing the Twelve Steps, welcoming and giving comfort to families of alcoholics, and giving understanding and encouragement to the alcoholic. [email protected]. Life and Job Readiness Skills for Young Adults with Asperger’s Syndrome. 6 p.m. at JSSA, 3018 Javier Road, Fairfax. For ages 19-30. Brief assessment required. Thursdays through Dec. 16. Register at 703- 204-9100.

FRIDAY/OCT. 29 Mclean Art Society Meeting. 10 a.m. at the Mclean Community Center,1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean. With featured artist Joey P. Manlapaz, photorealistic painter and professor at the Corcoran College of Art and Design. 703-790-0123. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com McLean Connection ❖ October 20-26, 2010 ❖ 13 Opinion

www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Endorsements in Congressional Race Newspaper of McLean Editor’s note: Connection endorsements are based crats to come out and vote. army doctor at Walter Reed. We urge him to An independent, locally owned weekly on which candidates will best serve their local districts stay involved. newspaper delivered in Congress. While we disagree with each of these can- th to homes and businesses. didates on significant issues, these are the candidates who Frank Wolf in the 10 th 1606 King Street are best equipped to effectively deliver what is needed in Connolly in the 11 Alexandria, Virginia 22314 each one’s local congressional district. Frank Wolf is a workhorse of a legislator, a man who has gotten up every day of the last Much has changed since Gerry Connolly beat NEWS DEPARTMENT: th three decades with a mission: to figure out how Keith Fimian two years ago in the race to re- To discuss ideas and concerns, Jim Moran in the 8 he can use his knowledge and position and place retiring Tom Davis. Now we have a Call: 703-778-9410 e-mail: Jim Moran knows a good thing when he sees values to make the world a better place. rematch between the two, but now, even more [email protected] it. Being in a position to deliver billions of dol- He has been a champion of local needs. With- than two years ago, it’s clear Connolly is the Kemal Kurspahic lars for innovative work into the local economy out Frank Wolf, Dulles rail really might not be right man for the job. Editor ❖ 703-778-9414 via defense and homeland security contracts progressing daily. Without Frank Wolf, efforts Connolly brought his experience from serv- [email protected] is a good thing. He’s correct that it’s a major to combat gang activity really might just be a ing on the staff of the Senate Foreign Relations Alex McVeigh reason Northern Virginia’s unemployment rate hodgepodge of isolated efforts of limited ef- Committee with him to local government when Community Reporter 703-778-9441 is half what is it nationally. His efforts have fectiveness. he joined the Fairfax County Board of Super- [email protected] played a significant role in bringing more than There have been no problems too local for visors first as the Providence District supervi- Julia O’Donoghue $40 billion in government contracts specifically Wolf and his staff to seek to improve. Specific sor and then as chairman. He led the county Education & Politics into the 8th district. intersections, interchanges, accelerations lanes with vision, enthusiasm and direction in boom- 703-778-9436 While Moran has been in Congress for nearly are all in his repertoire. He listens well to his ing times, seizing the opportunity to make [email protected] two decades, he started in local government constituents. In a small example, based on the major progress in the environment, transpor- Rich Sanders Sports Editor ❖ 703-224-3031 in the City of Alexandria. Smart people who concerns of local residents, he pulled together tation, affordable housing and other intractable [email protected] have cut their teeth at the local level some experts on Lyme Disease several problems. Connolly’s intellect and drive sup- and who have their hearts in the right Editorials years ago and called a town meeting. ported the quality of life in Fairfax County. ADVERTISING: place have a big leg up when it comes Hundreds of people came out, many Along with his local government credentials, To place an advertisement, call the ad department between 9 a.m. and to representing their constituents well, with intense stories of misdiagnosis, Connolly brings more than a decade of experi- 5 p.m., Monday - Friday. especially here in the Washington region. long-term disability and confusion. He pressed ence on Capitol Hill in foreign affairs. Serving Display ads 703-778-9410 Moran is a great example of this phenomenon federal, state and local health officials into in Congress requires a different style from Classified ads 703-778-9411 at work over time. He is an effective advocate action, not just on education, but also on di- Connolly, but the detailed, hands-on experience Employment ads 703-778-9413 for rail to Dulles and other transportation im- recting research to develop a reliable lab test from his years in local government combined Trisha Hamilton provements. He has been an advocate for the for Lyme Disease. Right now, a definitive diag- with his intellect and grasp of the complex is- Display Advertising 703-778-9419 environment and the Chesapeake Bay, humane nosis is complicated and many doctors are sues facing his district and the nation position [email protected] treatment of animals and equal pay for women. unfamiliar with the symptoms. Northern Vir- him to accomplish much in Congress as well. Andrea Smith He is positioned to help the region make the ginia has been ground zero in escalating num- Connolly has bucked his party from the right, Classified Advertising best of BRAC and the unfortunate moving of bers of cases, and Frank Wolf was ahead of the opposite of Jim Moran, lobbying aggres- 703-778-9411 20,000 defense workers away from workplaces the curve and right on track. sively against allowing the tax cuts for the [email protected] with access to Metro. The Iraq Study Group was Wolf’s brain child, wealthiest Americans expire, saying it’s not the Barbara Parkinson Employment Advertising Moran and his challenger Patrick Murray and he has for years been calling for a similar time to raise anyone’s taxes, representing the 703-778-9413 aren’t playing to the center. Moran, aside from commission on the deficit, a respected group interests of one of the wealthiest congressional [email protected] his role in delivering defense dollars to local that would consider all options. He authored districts in the country. contractors, swings to the left. He has chal- legislation to require prisons to monitor prison If Keith Fimian were to be elected to Con- Editor & Publisher Mary Kimm lenged the Obama administration on Iraq and rape and sexual assault. He reacted early to gress, Northern Virginia would be worse off. If 703-778-9433 opposed the surge in Afghanistan. He predicts the abuse of prescription painkillers that rocked Fimian understands the role of government or [email protected] that without a change in approach, we’ll have much of rural Virginia. He has advocated for the complexities of either the local or national Editor in Chief 100,000 troops in Afghanistan for more than a flextime and telecommuting especially for fed- economy, he has not demonstrated that knowl- Steven Mauren Managing Editors decade, an outcome no one embraces. Murray eral employees. His focus on truck safety has edge over the course of two campaigns. A suc- Michael O’Connell, Kemal Kurspahic trumpeted the arrival of the “Bush/Cheney helped take hundreds of trucks with serious cessful businessman, if he is serious about en- Photography: Louise Krafft, Alumni” into his Alexandria and Arlington safety violations off the roads. tering public service, he should consider the Craig Sterbutzel based district. He is prone to begin sentences, Wolf’s challenger, Jeff Barnett, is smart and path of Pat Herrity, John Cook or Jim Art/Design: Geovani Flores, Laurence Foong, “The founders of this country didn’t intend …” capable, a man with good ideas and good ba- LeMunyon, and start locally. John Heinly, Wayne Shipp, Jim Moran’s real opponent is voter apathy. sics. A retired military officer, his two daugh- John Smith Mary Kimm, Production Manager: He represents his district well, both function- ters followed in his footsteps, with one serv- Jean Card ally and in political views. He does need Demo- ing in Afghanistan and the other serving as an [email protected] CIRCULATION: 703-778-9426 Letters to the Editor encourage investment in small busi- Circulation Manager: Back to Work Linda Pecquex ment. This then makes them nesses, and promote entrepreneur- [email protected] Appeal to Save barely utilitarian for athletic To the Editor: ship through tax incentives and fa- Salona Park groups looking for playing fields. Every day the newspapers specu- vorable lending practices by small CONNECTION NEWSPAPERS, To think that we in McLean have late about whether the recession is banks. The effect of just one piece L.L.C. To the Editor: Peter Labovitz a property that includes the very over or not, and whether the of legislation, HR5297, would be up President/CEO It is difficult to comprehend that path taken by our 4th President, economy is beginning to recover. to $300 billion in new credit for the leadership of the Fairfax Mary Kimm James Madison, and a heroic First And now that elections are draw- small businesses, a crucial shot in Publisher/Chief Operating Officer County Park Authority, who should Lady, Dolley Madison, who escaped ing near, it would seem that every the arm for this endangered class 703-778-9433 [email protected] have some semblance of respect to Salona from the burning of Wash- politician who is up for election has of businesses. These bills originated for environmental integrity and ington and The White House by the been working tirelessly to put our in the US House of Representatives, Jerry Vernon the cultural history of McLean, Executive Vice President British. And we’re going to give it nation back on solid economic foot- where the Representative for [email protected] would propose to put soccer fields up to soccer fields and a parking lot! ing. For some politicians, the truth Virginia’s 10th District, Frank Wolf, on the front acreage of Salona, a Wesley DeBrosse Our community needs to send a is that they have been working dili- voted against them. Why is Repre- Controller property that has unsurpassed his- very strong message that the gently in a positive way; for others, sentative Wolf opposed to helping torical and agrarian significance to Debbie Funk County’s proposals for Salona Park not so much. For example, on Sept small businesses stabilize and per- National Sales our county. Soccer fields that, by must not prevail. 26, President Obama signed a leg- haps even expand? 703-778-9444 the way, could be neither lighted islative package intended to help [email protected] nor astroturfed according to the Trish Butler small businesses. These bills would Sarah O’Neil terms of the conservation ease- McLean help get Americans back to work, Great Falls

14 ❖ McLean Connection ❖ October 20-26, 2010 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com ‘Freeman House’, watercolor by Harris Miller. Vienna artist Harris Miller will exhibit his paintings from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays, Oct. 26-Nov. 27, at the Vienna Arts Center, 115 Pleasant St. in Vienna. Miller, an artist for over 60 years and the designer of the train mural on Dominion St. in Vienna, has also had several of his drawings included in the annual Town of Vienna Calendar. Entertainment

Send announcements to www.ticketmaster.com or 703-573- [email protected]. SEAT.. Deadline is Thursday for the following Mindy Smith and Sephira at 7:30 week’s paper. Photos/artwork encour- p.m., Ingram Hill at 10 p.m. aged. For additional listings, visit Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Ave. E., www.connectionnewspapers.com Vienna. jamminjava.com. A PG-rated Family Halloween Movie. 8 p.m. in Glyndon Park, 300 THURSDAY/OCT. 21 Glyndon St. NE., Vienna. Popcorn Disney on Ice: Toy Story 3. 7 p.m. and refreshments. Free admission. at George Mason University Patriot Bring lawn chairs and blankets for Center, 4500 Patriot Circle, Fairfax. seating. 703-255-7842. Tickets $15-$70, available at Old Firehouse Teen Center Dance. www.ticketmaster.com or 703-573- 1440 Chain Bridge Road, McLean. SEAT. Friday night dance for 7th-8th graders. Vietnam Veterans of America, www.mcleancenter.org. Chapter 227. 7:30 p.m. at Friends of the Great Falls Library Neighbor’s Restaurant, 262D Cedar Book Sale. 10 a.m. Great Falls Lane Shopping Center, Vienna. Roger Library, 9830 Georgetown Pike, Neighborgall on his Ranger Great Falls. Used book sale. All ages. battalion’s experiences “Assaulting 703-757-8560. Point du Hoc on Omaha Beach, D- “Waiting in The Wings” 7:30 p.m. Day”. Free admission. 703-255-0353 James Lee Community Center or www.vva227.org. Theater, 2855 Annandale Road, Falls Catie Curtis and Darden Smith CD Church. Noel Coward’s comedy about Release. 7:30 p.m. Jammin’ Java, a dilapidated charity home for aged 227 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. actresses. [email protected] jamminjava.com. or 703-425-6782. OK Book Discussion. 7 p.m. Oakton “Holiday.” 8 p.m. at 1st Stage, 1524 Library, 10304 Lynnhaven Place, Spring Hill Road, McLean. A comedy Oakton. Fugitive Pieces by Anne of love, money and ambition by Michaels. Adults. 703-242-4020. Philip Barry, set a year before the Book Discussion. 7:30 p.m. Great Great Depression. $25 adults, $15 Falls Library, 9830 Georgetown Pike, students. 703-854-1856 or Great Falls. Call for title. Adults. 703- www.1ststagetysons.org/holiday. 757-8560. “Aesop’s Fables.” 7:30 p.m. ArtSpace “Waiting in The Wings” 7:30 p.m. Falls Church, 410 S. Maple Ave., Falls James Lee Community Center Church. A contemporary adaption of Theater, 2855 Annandale Road, Falls Aesop’s classic tales. $12 adults, $10 Church. Noel Coward’s comedy about students and seniors. 571-239-5288 a dilapidated charity home for aged or www.creativecauldron.org. actresses. [email protected] or 703-425-6782. SATURDAY/OCT. 23 Fairfax Symphony Orchestra. 8 FRIDAY/OCT. 22 p.m. George Mason University Center Merchants of Bollywood. 8 p.m. at for the Arts, 4400 University Drive, George Mason Center for the Arts, Fairfax. Mozart’s Sinfonia 4400 University Drive, Fairfax. Concertante, Bartok’s Concerto for Musical loosely based on the Orchestra and Sibelius Pohjola’s Merchant family, choreographers Daughter. 7 p.m. pre-concert from the golden age of Indian discussion free to ticketed patrons. cinema. $24-$48, youth through $25-$55. 888-945-2468 or grade 12 half-price when Tickets.com. Subscriptions to accompanied by adult. A pre- orchestra’s 2010-2011 season are performance discussion, free to ticket available at 703-563-1990 or holders, begins at 7:15 p.m. on the www.fairfaxsymphony.org. Center’s Grand Tier III. Charge by Air & Scare. 2-8 p.m. at Stephen F. phone at 888-945-2468 or visit Udvar Hazy Air & Space Museum, cfa.gmu.edu. 14390 Air and Space Museum Disney on Ice: Toy Story 3. 10:30 Parkway, Chantilly. Over 30 activity a.m. and 7:30 p.m. at George Mason stations with trick or treating, games, University Patriot Center, 4500 Stars Wars characters, face painting, Patriot Circle, Fairfax. Tickets $15- $70, available at See Entertainment, Page 17 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com McLean Connection ❖ October 20-26, 2010 ❖ 15 Pet Expo Attracts Hundreds Photo by

From Page 3 were representatives from GRREAT so I was able to sit down.” Donna Manz Golden Retriever Rescue, Virginia Meredith and Shaw Mostashari and pet sitters and veterinary German Shepherd Rescue, and of Great Falls brought their two services. Fancy Cats Rescue Team, all with young children to the pet fair. Two- “The Amazing Leroy,” having ap- adoptable pets with them. year-old Hudson sat perched on peared on the David Letterman One guest had her small medi- his dad’s shoulders as the /The Connection show and “America’s Greatest Dog,” cal alert service dog with her. The Mostasharis watched Alexander, 5, performed his repertoire of canine dog, wearing his service dog ride on a guided pony. The kids, skills onstage. Homeward Trails jacket, is trained to detect a Meredith Mostashari said, were Animal Rescue of Arlington brought change in her human’s blood pres- having a great time. along three of its adoptable dogs, sure, warning the adult of an im- “It’s a plus for mom and dad, including a tail-wagging deaf Jack pending faint or black-out. “I had too, because it’s entertainment for Russell Terrier looking for a human a black-out last week,” the woman the kids,” said Meredith Alexander Mostashari got a pony ride at the McLean Pet to give him his forever home. There said. “She warned me beforehand Mostashari. Expo. All children’s activities were free.

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From Page 15 p.m. McLean Community Center, “Holiday.” 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. at 1st Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, 9570 www.1ststagetysons.org/holiday. 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean. For Stage, 1524 Spring Hill Road, Meadowlark Gardens Court, Vienna. “Aesop’s Fables.” 2 p.m. ArtSpace cartoons, creepy crafts, telescopes, door families and ages 6 and up. $14, $10 McLean. A comedy of love, money Meadowlark’s docents will offer tours Falls Church, 410 S. Maple Ave., prizes and more. Costumes district residents. and ambition by Philip Barry, set a of the gardens in French, Spanish, Falls Church. A contemporary encouraged. 35-minute puppet shows www.mcleancenter.org. year before the Great Depression. $25 Russian, and more. Free. Call 703- adaption of Aesop’s classic tales. $12 by Beale Street Puppets at 3 p.m., 5 Community Music. 7 p.m. Caffé adults, $15 students. 703-854-1856 or 255-3631 ext. 0 for the time of each adults, $10 students and seniors. p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Amouri, 107 Church St. N.E., Vienna. www.1ststagetysons.org/holiday. tour. 571-239-5288 or www.nasm.si.edu/airandscare. Bring an instrument and join in. Artist’s Reception. 6-9 p.m. at Disney on Ice: Toy Story 3. 12:30 www.creativecauldron.org. Ornamental Grasses Tour. 10 a.m. 222.caffeamouri.com. Applegate Gallery & Custom p.m. and 4:30 p.m. at George Mason Ellis Island Immigration Station at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, Pumpkin Fest. Registration begins Framing, 101 Church St. N.W., Suite University Patriot Center, 4500 Lecture. 2 p.m. at the Fairfax City 9570 Meadowlark Gardens Court, 9:30 a.m., judging 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at C, Vienna. Photographs by Mary Patriot Circle, Fairfax. Tickets $15- Regional Library, 10360 North St., Vienna. Tour the gardens with the Freeman House, 131 Church Louise Ravese. Refreshments served. $70, available at Fairfax. Friends of the Virginia Room Horticulturist Laurie Short and Street, NE, Vienna. Bring already- [email protected]. www.ticketmaster.com or 703-573- Library’s annual meeting, with Barry discuss the use, care and propagation decorated or carved pumpkins to be Family Green Day. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at SEAT. Moreno, Ellis Island Museum of fallpeaking ornamental grasses. judged at five age levels from 3-17. Brooksfield School, 1830 Kirby Road, Sub-Radio Standard, Provence and Historian. Refreshments will be $5. Reserve at 703-255-3631. Prizes for funniest, scariest, most McLean. Local produce, organic Pulse at 1 p.m., Tony Joe White served. Free. 703-293-6227. Annual Fall Bazaar. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at creative and most unusual. All make-up and handmade coats. How at 7:30 p.m. Jammin’ Java, 227 Great Falls United Methodist Church, decoration must be the work of the to save money on energy bills. Maple Ave. E., Vienna. 10100 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls. child, not the parent. Face painting, Pumpkin painting, pony rides, face jamminjava.com. MONDAY/OCT. 25 Food, silent auction, handmade arts caramel apples and scary stories at painting, pumpkin bowling and Music from Oberlin at Oakton. Kyle Patrick (from The Click Five) and crafts and more. 703-759-3705. the Little Library. Free admission. more. Live music by John Henry. 7:30 p.m. at Unitarian Universalist and Alexis Babini. 7 p.m. Jammin’ Billy Kelly & The Blah Blah Blahs 703-938-5187 or 703-255-6360. Children’s Halloween costumes Congregation of Fairfax, 2709 Hunter Java, 227 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. at 10:30 a.m., Melodime and Art Book Sale. 10 a.m. Oakton encouraged. Mill Road, Oakton. Pianist Yida Lin, a jamminjava.com. Luke Mitchem at 7 p.m., Library, 10304 Lynnhaven Place, www.BrooksfieldSchool.org. current Oberlin Conservatory Rock-a-Bye Baby. 10:30 a.m. Patrick Melodime and The Resistance Oakton. A large selection of gently “Aesop’s Fables.” 2 p.m. and 7:30 student, performing works by Henry Library, 101 Maple Ave. East, EP Release at 10 p.m. Jammin’ used art books. 703-242-4020. p.m. ArtSpace Falls Church, 410 S. Beethoven, Mozart/Liszt, and Vienna. Rhymes, stories and songs. Java, 227 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. Friends of the Great Falls Library Maple Ave., Falls Church. A Stravinsky. Free admission. Birth-12 months with adult. 703-938- jamminjava.com. Book Sale. 10 a.m. Great Falls contemporary adaption of Aesop’s [email protected]. 0405. Fifth Annual Optimist Club Barn Library, 9830 Georgetown Pike, classic tales. $12 adults, $10 students Merchants of Bollywood. 7 p.m. at Game On Afternoon Edition. 3:30 Dance. 7-11 p.m. at 964 Walker Great Falls. Used book sale. All ages. and seniors. 571-239-5288 or George Mason Center for the Arts, p.m. Patrick Henry Library, 101 Road, Great Falls. Western Electric 703-757-8560. www.creativecauldron.org. 4400 University Drive, Fairfax. Maple Ave. East, Vienna. Test your classic rock & rockabilly band, “Waiting in The Wings” 7:30 p.m. Bayat Foundation Walk for the Musical loosely based on the prowess at Wii Mario Kart or Super Famous Dave’s barbeque dinner, James Lee Community Center Children of Afghanistan. 9 a.m. Merchant family, choreographers Smashbros. Age 6-16. 703-938-0405. wine, beer and prize raffles. $50 per Theater, 2855 Annandale Road, Falls at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, from the golden age of Indian person. Proceeds benefit children’s Church. Noel Coward’s comedy about 9570 Meadowlark Gardens Court, cinema. $24-$48, youth through cancer funds. a dilapidated charity home for aged Vienna. Proceeds benefit youth in grade 12 half-price when TUESDAY/OCT. 26 www.greatfallsoptimist.org. actresses. [email protected] Afghanistan. $20, includes accompanied by adult. A pre- Vienna Artist Harris Miller. 10 Vienna’s Halloween Party for or 703-425-6782. complimentary T-shirt. performance discussion, free to ticket a.m.-4 p.m. at the Vienna Arts Kids. 2-3 p.m. at the Vienna Oktoberfest Bazaar and Craft Fair. [email protected]. holders, begins at 7:15 p.m. on the Center, 115 Pleasant St. in Vienna. Community Center, 120 Cherry St. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Charles Wesley United Center’s Grand Tier III. Charge by Watercolors by the designer of the SE., Vienna. For ages 4-12. Free Methodist Church, 6817 Dean Drive, phone at 888-945-2468 or visit train mural on Dominion St. in admission. Costumes encouraged. McLean. Jewelry, needlework, SUNDAY/OCT. 24 cfa.gmu.edu. Vienna. The exhibit will be open 10 Carnival games, crafts, door prizes, handmade soaps, origami and paper Vienna Volunteer Fire Department “Holiday.” 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. at 1st a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays and more. Sponsored by the Vienna crafts, bake sale and more. Lunch 11 Bingo. 7 p.m. at the VVFD, 400 Stage, 1524 Spring Hill Road, through Nov. 27. Parks and Recreation Department a.m.-2 p.m. with bratwurst, Center St. South, Vienna. Games held McLean. A comedy of love, money www.viennaartssociety.org. and Optimist Club of Vienna. 703- sauerkraut, German potato salad, hot every Sunday in the Flame Room. and ambition by Philip Barry, set a Eli “Paperboy” Reed & The True 255-6360. dogs and more. 703-356-6336 or www.vvfd.org. year before the Great Depression. $25 Loves. 8 p.m. Jammin’ Java, 227 World Music with Andes Manta. 3 www.charleswesleyumc.org. Language Tour Day. 2 p.m. at adults, $15 students. 703-854-1856 or Maple Ave. E., Vienna.

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Photos by

Kim Moran

and

Barb Males

Current Longfellow MS eighth graders and Churchill Road alumni Billie Males and Julia Isacson, first grader Nathaniel Fried, and eighth grader Renee Wah showcase one of the many boxes of sandwiches that students made for Martha’s Table to serve to the homeless in Washington, D.C. Sandwiches for Homeless

ore than 50 Churchill MRoad Elementary first and sixth graders, their parents, and eighth graders seeking community service hours, gathered after school last Wednes- day to make more than 1,600 sandwiches for Martha’s Table, which serves meals to the homeless in Washington, D.C. Parents Marta Bascom, Claudette Kim and Sarah Walter coordinated this en- Churchill Road first graders Hasset Negussie and Megan deavor and transported the sand- Faust enjoyed their first community service activity, wiches to Martha’s Table. making sandwiches for the homeless. School Notes

Send School Notes to mclean@ Medal, Thomas Jefferson High this contest, each entrant was connectionnewspapers.com. Dead- School for Science & Technology; asked to submit an original poem line is Friday. ❖ Jane Willner of McLean, Con- about something in the sky. His gressional Award Silver Medal, poem “Eternal Sorrow” is available Rep. Frank Wolf (R-10) pre- Thomas Jefferson High School for at www.cricketmagkids.com/con- sented Congressional Awards to Science and Technology. tests. the following local students in rec- To earn the Congressional ognition of their community ser- Award, young people must set and William Chapman of Great vice projects: achieve goals in voluntary public Falls has completed the Freedom ❖ Kelsie Mietla of Herndon, service, personal development, Alliance Military Leadership Acad- Congressional Award Gold Medal, physical fitness and expedition/ emy. The Academy is a summer University of Virginia; exploration. camp based on the curriculum of ❖ Lea Mulder of McLean, Con- the U.S. Army, and introduces stu- gressional Award Bronze Medal, Anthony Hayden Salazar of dents to positive role models, Langley High School; McLean, age 9, received honorable teaches them leadership skills, and ❖ Andy Crump of Herndon, mention in the May 2010 Cricket tests their resolve through mental Congressional Award Bronze League poetry competition. For and physical challenges.

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Pictured from left, after installing the new flagstone paths are: Michael Haley, William Todd, Carter Hohl, Suddy Sriram, Jaime Alvarez, Tommy Slade, Matthew Adams, Andrew Azzam, Mallory George, Tom Endean, Christopher Halverson, Omar Akram, Pieter Goossens, John Adams, Marisa Bernstein, Joey Romness, and Alex Alvarez. Contributed Eagle Scout Project at Churchill Road Eagle Scout candidate Andrew Azzam coordinated the installation of over 120 feet of flagstone paths around Churchill Road Elementary School’s campus. Andrew and the members of Boy Scout troop #869 logged over 100 hours planning and installing the flagstone paths. Thanks are extended to many Churchill Road families for their donation of flagstone. The school is especially appre- ciative of the donations from The Galileo Group and Wheat’s Landscap- ing, which provided an essential sup- Hard at work installing flagstone paths at Churchill port in completion of this Eagle Scout Road are: Caroline Burr, Chris Halverson, James Project. Abrahamsen, and Andrew Azzam (in scout uniform).

www.ConnectionNewspapers.com McLean Connection ❖ October 20-26, 2010 ❖ 19 News LOCAL TALLY ON LIKELY NEW LIQUOR STORES UNDER PRIVATIZATION Locality Current Projected Number How Many New Number of Liquor Stores Alexandria 7 18 Vietnam Revisited Arlington 8 26 City of Fairfax 2 3 Liquor Stores? Fairfax County 34 132 Falls Church 3 1 McLean resident publishes the Loudoun 11 45 Under governor’s proposal, Prince William 11 54 book ‘America in Vietnam: The War Virginia 334 1,000 Fairfax County would likely SOURCE: Estimates from Senate Finance Staff For more, see http:// that Couldn’t Be Won.’ have 132 retail stores virginia.statehousenewsonline.com He also said that even with the increase, Virginia By Sean McCalley selling hard liquor, remains on the low end of liquor outlets per capita. The Connection up from just 34 now. Currently, the Commonwealth has the fewest number of stores per capita in the country, at 1.4 per retired colonel of the 10,000 adults. If privatization is passed, McDonnell’s United States Army of By Stephen Groves A aides estimate the number would increase to 1.8 fered his views on the cur- Virginia Statehouse News outlets per 10,000 adults. This would only be slightly rent wars in Iraq and Afghanistan higher than the average in control states, which sits earlier this week. he liquor privatization plan being pushed at 1.6 outlets per 10,000 adults. Herbert Y. Schandler, Ph. D.,

Contributed by Gov. Bob McDonnell has enough num The effects of this increase are disputed. McDonnell graduated from the U.S. Military Tbers in it to make a 10th-grade math story points to a study by the Virginia Institute for Public Academy at West Point in 1952. problem look easy, but one figure that will Policy, a think tank advocating for smaller govern- His served in a variety of locations, hit close to home for Virginians is the number of li- ment. The study, done by researchers from George including Korea and Europe. He quor retailers that will end up in their neighborhoods Mason University, said public health and safety worked extensively in Vietnam, if the plan is passed. wouldn’t be affected. where he ascended the Army’s Herbert Y. Schandler Based on examples in the privatization proposal, But the Marin Institute– which describes itself as ranks and participated in military the Senate Finance staff estimated the number of an “alcohol industry watchdog,” — estimated that dealings with Vietnam for de- vided. There is no “nationalistic liquor retailers in each locality in the Commonwealth. Virginia could see 220 more alcohol-related deaths cades: He served as Executive Of- force” countering the military ef- The governor’s plan would sell licenses to retailers, per year, based on a 2006 study published in the jour- ficer for 2nd Battalion, 2nd Infan- forts. Instead, the Taliban is “a increasing the number from 332 to around 1,000. nal Accident Analysis and Prevention reported in the try; worked for a group that re- small group of dissidents… trying The estimates were done at the request of Sen. Mary Washington Post. viewed and developed strategy for to overthrow” the existing govern- Margaret Whipple, D- Arlington. Another concern is how these new liquor outlets the Secretary of Defense after the ment. Areas with the highest population would have the will fit into the community. Tet Offensive; he also authored the When asked about Iraq, he be- greatest percentage of retailers. Fairfax County, which McDonnell’s aides said that liquor outlets will have last chapters of what later were lieves that same lesson is appli- currently has 34 Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) similar regulations as beer and wine retailers. known as the Pentagon Papers, cable. Dr. Schandler posits that stores, would have 132 hard liquor retailers. The City To get a beer or wine license, retailers must apply released by the New York Times modern day combat benefited by of Alexandria would see an increase from seven stores through the ABC board. They also must face a hear- in 1971. learning how to battle Communist to 18 retailers. Arlington, which has eight ABC stores ing in which anyone can voice objections to the li- Schandler was later promoted to insurgents. Specifically, soldiers would likely have 26 hard liquor retailers under the cense. The board can also decide to deny the license Colonel and served for the Office are working hard to earn the sup- governor’s privatization plan. if the outlet would “adversely affect” the operations of the Chief of Staff. Using the port and respect of citizens, while “The vast majority [of localities] are going to have of a school, church, or park. Pentagon Papers for his disserta- trying to “offer them a function- … quite large increases in the number of outlets that Local governments can regulate where and at what tion, he also earned a Ph. D from ing democratic government.” are going to be in their communities,” said Whipple. hours beer and wine are sold, and McDonnell’s aides Harvard University in 1974. In If Dr. Schandler could offer ad- There would be one outlet for every 8,000 people. indicated liquor would also be subject to local regu- 1979, he authored The Unmaking vice for future strategies in the Under the proposal, there would be 600 licenses for lation, but no details are available. McDonnell’s aide of a President: Lyndon Johnson Middle East, particularly for Af- grocery stores, 150 licenses for larger specialty stores, Melissa Luchau said stores would be regulated with and Vietnam. ghanistan, he stresses a need to 150 licenses for smaller chain stores, and 100 licenses “Virginia traditions and values,” meaning absent of strengthen the Afghan army. for small businesses. neon signs and excessive advertising. HIS LATEST PUBLICATION is Working in tandem with the com- But the exact regulations would be hammered out titled America in Vietnam: The bat strategies gleaned from Viet- SAFE AND RESPONSIBLE? if privatization can be passed in the General Assem- War that Couldn’t Be Won. The nam, American forces must nur- McDonnell’s aides insist that the increase in liquor bly. Right now, McDonnell is trying to sell legislators book was released in 2009 ture and maintain stability while retailers is safe and responsible. Most retailers would on the plan, but gaining traction with Democrat op- through Rowman & Littlefield Afghanistan learns how to control sell more than just alcohol. ponents appears tough. Publishers, and the thesis regards its own affairs. “You’re not talking about a proliferation of new The governor wants to call a special session in Vietnamese nationalism. He at- stores,” said Eric Finkbeiner, McDonnell’s policy ad- November to pass privatization and other reform tributes their nationalism, not THE MATERIAL for his latest viser. “You’re talking about new shelves in existing measures, but said he would only do so if he has the Communism, as the key motiva- book was gathered from historical stores.” necessary support from lawmakers. tion for the North Vietnamese. conferences in Hanoi with current “Unity was more important [to Vietnamese leaders. “[Schandler] Military Notes the North Vietnamese] than seeks to engender a broader view peace,” says Schandler. He ex- by drawing heavily on his conver- To have community events listed in the Texas. Jeong is the nephew of Sunny Harrisonburg. plained that Communism was a sations… to provide some insight Connection, send to mclean@ Chung of Spring Gate Drive, McLean. means to an end for the North into their wartime thinking, moti- connectionnewspapers.com. Deadline is Army Pfc. Anthony M. Collier of Vietnamese, who had “been fight- vations, and objectives,” says Dr. Friday. Coast Guard Seaman Nicholas C. McLean has graduated from basic coming the Chinese for 2,000 years.” James H. Willbanks, director of the Pfautz, son of Terry Pfautz of bat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, Navy Seaman Apprentice James C. Warrenton and Richard Pfautz of S.C. During training, Collier received Through their own brand of Com- Department of Military History at McCracken of McLean, a 2007 gradu- McLean, recently graduated from the instruction and practice in basic combat munism, the North Vietnamese the U.S. Army Command and Gen- ate of Langley High School, recently U.S. Coast Guard Recruit Training Cen- skills, military weapons, map reading, could maintain a unique, national eral Staff College. “Even those who completed U.S. Navy basic training at ter in Cape May, N. J. field tactics, military courtesy and jus- Recruit Training Command, Great tice, basic first aid and more. He is the identity and “would not become a may disagree with Herbert Lakes, Ill. During the eight-week pro- Army 2nd Lt. Andrew S. Oh has son of Michael Collier of Mackall Ave., Chinese puppet.” Schandler’s assessment and con- gram, McCracken completed a variety of entered the Uniformed Services Univer- McLean. While Dr. Schandler maintains clusion that the war could not be training which included classroom study sity of the Health Sciences in Bethesda, that he is not an expert on Middle won will agree he has produced a and practical instruction on naval cus- Md., as a first-year medical student, to Army National Guard Spec. Sri toms, first aid, firefighting, water safety be trained as a physician. He is the son V. Iyer has graduated from basic infan- East affairs, he believes that this scholarly and well-written book and survival, and shipboard and aircraft of Dai H. and Soon M. Oh of Falstaff try training at Fort Benning at is the main difference between that provides a unique perspective safety. Court, McLean. Oh is a 1997 graduate Columbus, Ga. He is the son of Viji Iyer Vietnam and the US efforts in Af- not only on America in Vietnam, of Thomas Jefferson High School for of Lewinsville Road, McLean. Iyer is a ghanistan and Iraq. but also on what the other side Air Force Airman Hyun H. Jeong Science and Technology, and he re- 2005 graduate of Langley High School graduated from basic military training ceived a bachelor’s degree in 2003 from and a 2009 graduate of Boston Univer- In Afghanistan, US troops are was thinking (or says they were at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, James Madison University in sity in Mass. not fighting to keep a country di- thinking).” 20 ❖ McLean Connection ❖ October 20-26, 2010 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Driven to 703-917-6464 Distraction— Zone 6: • Arlington • Great Falls Employment Zone 6 Ad Deadline: Home & Garden Still • McLean • Vienna/Oakton Tuesday 11 a.m. connectionnewspapers.com CONTRACTORS.com By KENNETH B. LOURIE CLEANING CLEANING As much as I agree with, and commend the TELEPHONE TELEPHONE A great opportunity to A great opportunity to Maryland State Legislature for passing, a law FPS SECURITY OFFICERS penalizing drivers who talk on their cell phones WORK AT HOME! WORK AT HOME! VA Armed, FT, PT, M-F. 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Go to •Entertainment they are Paulina Drucker of McLean, Matt Goudreau of Vienna, www.ConnectionNewspapers.com and click on “Print Editions.” •Announcements Cameran Alavi of Great Falls, and Hillary Benjamin of Great Falls. •Real Estate •Cars Report Suspicious MPRINT EDITIONS •Trucks •Vans Activities, Police Say •RV’s 21 Announcements 21 Announcements 21 Announcements From Page 3 been victimized this way, and people get •Boats complacent,” she said. “We’re working hard •Pets were in the Hunter Mill District Oct. 11. to change their mindset.” Reston District Commander Capt. Deborah “These are for the most part preventable •Yard Sales Burnett said the suspect’s method of opera- crimes,” Callender said. “Lock your doors tion has remained consistent during the past and windows, leave a light on. It’s just a •Crafts month-and-a-half. matter of awareness.” •Hobbies “When the suspect enters the particular In addition to cash, two handguns have neighborhood, we find that he’s not just been stolen, and police say they have to •And More! hitting one house, he’s hitting a cluster of consider the suspect armed and dangerous. homes,” she said. “We do a pretty extensive This raised the issue of the use of force in canvass when we go out on these cases … self-defense, as several residents wanted to For All going door-to-door to identify potential vic- know to what extent they would be able to tims. That’s a common theme we’re seeing.” defend themselves. 21 Announcements 21 Announcements 21 Announcements Your She said that incidents had been reported “We advocate that if you see or hear any- as far north as Fair Oaks and Sully, and as one on your property, the best thing is to Advertising far south as Springfield. With the crimes create distance between you and call 911,” spread across multiple districts, each dis- Burnett said. “Please take the safety of your- Needs… trict has a detective on the case, and they self and your family into respect, but call are also sharing staff to make information us.” exchange more efficient. Police are still urging people to call them It Works. The Great Falls Citizens Association is when they see or hear suspicious things, and rallying neighborhoods and homeowners the consensus among county officials is a Week associations to set up neighborhood watch vigilant citizen will ultimately be respon- groups to aid police in identifying the sus- sible for catching the suspect. After Week. pect. According to police, there are 70 “When we catch him, it’s going to be be- neighborhood watch groups in the Reston cause someone saw something and called 703 District, but only two in Great Falls. the police right away,” said District Super- “We’re trying to coordinate more with visor John Foust (D-Dranesville). “This is 21 Announcements 21 Announcements 21 Announcements 917-6400 neighborhood associations to share infor- an area that usually has a low crime rate, mation, but also to make sure we’re all and that’s because the police do an out- working together,” said Wes Callender, out- standing job.” Place reach director with the GFCA. “A rash of crimes like this can create a lot of fear, es- GFCA President Jackie Taylor says the as- Your pecially in a community that doesn’t see sociation is doing their best to be a resource much crime.” for the community. Ad “We want to promote community watch- BURNETT said that the lack of crime in type groups and HOA’s to actively partici- Today! Great Falls has helped create a more casual pate in neighborhood watches,” she said. atmosphere, with people leaving doors, “We’re also keeping a lot of links and infor- windows and cars unlocked, which is what mation on our website, and trying to do the burglar is preying on. anything else we can to be a resource to to your community “Most people in this community haven’t the community.” www.ConnectionNewspapers.com McLean Connection ❖ October 20-26, 2010 ❖ 23 McLean Connection Sports Editor Rich Sanders Sports 703-224-3031 or [email protected] Langley Football Turning Heads With Its Winning Ways

Photo by line include senior left guard Tate Saxons are riding a five-game win Besougloff, a third year starter; streak into Ashburn this week. sophomore right guard Jack Howerton; and senior right tackle

Craig Sterbutzel Craig Zachary Buffkin, a second year By Rich Sanders which generally defeats opponents starter. The Connection by four or five touchdowns. The “It’s more of an athletic offen- Bulldogs had one of their tough- sive line,” said Howerton. “We use n a Liberty District that fea est games of the season last week our guards as our primary attack tures a powerhouse team in in a 28-10 triumph at winless people. We have a right-handed IStone Bridge and two recent Madison. Stone Bridge, under /The Connection quarterback so we sprint out up-and-comers in both coach Mickey Thompson, has won [right] a lot.” McLean and South Lakes, the Lan- games this season by such lopsided Howerton has thoroughly en- gley High football team has kind scores as 49-6 (over West Spring- joyed coaching lineman Jack of been overlooked this season. field), 63-7 (Marshall) and 56-0 Howerton, his son and the stron- Losing the first two games of a (Fairfax). gest player on the team. season - even if the two setbacks After Stone Bridge, Langley will “It’s great,” said John, of having are against formidable opponents host South Lakes on Friday, Oct. Langley football, shown here in victory formation, will be Jack on the squad. “It gives me an - will do that to a team. The Sax- 29 and then wrap up the regular looking to surprise region super power Stone Bridge this opportunity to really mold him [as ons, now a solid 5-2, have been season with a home contest ver- Friday night. a lineman]. I’ve been coaching all flying under the radar most of the sus cross-town rival McLean on these years and now I have a season. Yes, they have one of the Friday, Nov. 5. ond half and showed they were The Anderson-to-Scharfen aerial chance to coach my own son. He top quarterback-receiver combina- Whatever happens over the fi- better than how they had been connection has been perhaps the works very hard in the weight tions in the Northern Region in QB nal three regular season dates, playing.” best in the region this season. room and the classroom, and he’s Braden Anderson and wideout Langley is more than likely to Anderson has completed 105 a 4.0 student. It’s been a great situ- Troy Scharfen. But most of the talk qualify for the eight-team Div. 5 LANGLEY RUNNING BACK passes in 178 attempts for 1,689 ation.” in district football circles, under- region playoffs. Philip Mun, a 5-foot-9 inch, 145- yards over seven games. He has Langley’s defense, although not standably so, has centered more “We’re prepping our guys each pound sophomore tailback, had a thrown 12 touchdown passes, in- physically fast as a unit, has played on the success of unbeaten week for what is left on the sched- huge game against Jefferson with cluding nine to Scharfen, and four good football for the most part. McLean (7-0) and improved South ule,” said Langley coach John 178 yards and three touchdowns interceptions. On the receiving One of the team’s top defensive Lakes (5-2), the latter team of Howerton. “They know it’s going on 18 carries. Mun, the Saxons’ top end, Scharfen has caught 64 balls players is junior safety Marcus which is under a new head coach to be tough. We know we have a ball carrier this season, had scor- for 1,181 yards. Both are near the Harvey. this season. good shot at making the playoffs. ing runs of 86, two and 30 yards. top in their respective region sta- “He’s our fastest kid and he’s But slowly, local football follow- But to win the district - these are With his skill position talent in the tistical categories. been able to run people down ers are beginning to recognize the teams were going to have to go backfield and a strong group of “We have the ability to throw when they break through,” said successful season Langley is enjoy- through.” linemen in front of him, Mun has and [that duo] has gotten better Howerton. “He has stopped a lot ing. The Saxons won their fifth The coach has been proud of his rushed for 563 yards with six every week,” said Langley’s of obvious touchdowns.” straight game last Friday night team’s all-out effort - win or lose - touchdowns on 86 attempts thus Howerton. “We can score pretty Langley opened the season on when they downed host Jefferson, throughout the season. He said the far. fast. Those two have been work- Sept. 3 with a tough 49-10 loss to 28-13, in a district game. The vic- Saxons overcame an overall poor “He has a real knack of finding ing together now for three years. Lake Braddock, the defending Div. tory improved Langley’s district first half against Jefferson last a seam and he gets through there,” They are both seniors and they 6 region champion. That was fol- record to 4-0, which puts them in week and played much better in said Howerton, of his running work together year round. Both are lowed by a week two setback to a three-way tie atop the district the latter half against the winless back. “He’s very quick. He takes a athletic, tall, smart, and move well. Chantilly in overtime. (The Charg- standings with both Stone Bridge Colonials. Langley led 14-13 at step, and he’s off.” We have a pretty good [passing] ers, now 6-1, lost their first game and McLean. halftime before shutting out Meanwhile, Langley’s potent scheme and we make sure we have of the season this past week in Jefferson in the latter half while passing attack had another typi- very good protection for Braden.” overtime at Centreville). THE SAXONS will undergo their scoring touchdowns in both the cal strong night as Anderson and Langley, nearly every year, has But Langley got into the win most challenging stretch of the third and fourth quarters. Scharfen, both seniors, teamed up one of the top offensive lines in column with an overtime victory season over the final three weeks “This team is conscientious of for six hook-ups for 111 yards. the region. This year has been no over visiting Madison on Sept. 16 beginning this Friday night in making its best effort,” said Anderson (12-of-18, 222 yards) exception as the Saxons’ linemen and has been on a hot streak ever Ashburn when they take on home Howerton. “In the first half against threw a 40-yard touchdown pass have paved the way to success since with ensuing wins coming team Stone Bridge, the defending Jefferson, we did not play at our to David Paul (4 catches, 70 yards) both in the team’s passing and run- over Fairfax, Herndon, Marshall, district and Div. 5 region champion best. But they came out in the sec- in the second quarter. ning games. Key members of the and Jefferson. Young Highlanders Excelling in Cross Country

both the boys and girls team, so we should the two 10th graders. McLean boys, girls excited for upcoming be very competitive next year,” said Simoni. Liberty District Championships. McLean’s top two girls’ runners this sea- SIMONI is pleased with his other girls’ run- son have been sophomores Madalyn Harper ners as well this season. The McLean girls and Nancy Eveleigh. Harper enjoyed a took second place in the Varsity B race at By Rich Sanders Oct. 27 at Burke Lake Park. This week, on strong freshmen season in 2009 and has the Oatlands Invitational several weeks ago The Connection Wednesday, Oct. 20, McLean was set to continued to progress in the sport as a in Leesburg. The team, the coach said, has wrap up the regular season at the Liberty sophomore. Eveleigh, meanwhile, is suc- gelled nicely under captains Harper and he autumn cross country season District Coaches Festival event, at Lake ceeding in her first year as a cross country Katerina Cronmiller. Thas been a successful one for the Fairfax Park in Reston. runner. McLean Highlander girls’ and boys’ McLean head coach Jason Simoni has Both Harper and Eveleigh timed under ON THE BOYS’ SIDE, McLean has not teams, both of which are preparing for the fielded young varsity squads this season, 20 minutes earlier this season on the Burke had that top, standout runner this season. upcoming postseason. both on the girls and boys sides. Even so, Lake course. But coach Simoni is pleased with the way The Liberty District Championships are his teams have competed quite well. “I expect strong performances of them at scheduled to take place next Wednesday, “I only have one senior in my top 10 for the Liberty District meet,” said Simoni, of See Highlanders, Page 26

24 ❖ McLean Connection ❖ October 20-26, 2010 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com The lawn at St. Thomas Episcopal Church is awash in orange for the Pumpkin Sale at church’s annual Pumpkin Sale. The church, located at 8991 Brook Rd. (the St. Thomas corner of Route 7 and Lewinsville Rd.) in McLean, donates all the proceeds to charity. The sale runs until Halloween, Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., and Sunday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

Photos by Jim Pruitt

Five -year old Andrew Edmondson, son of Kate (left) and Willa Knight of Vienna, ages 9 and 6, from Two-year old Callie, from McLean, shows Rev. Stephen Edmondson, rector of St. Colvin Run Elementary, go pumpkin shopping at the off her pumpkin at the St. Thomas Episco- Thomas Episcopal Church in McLean, annual St. Thomas Episcopal Church Pumpkin Sale for pal Church annual pumpkin sale for char- picks out his pumpkin at the church’s charity in McLean. ity in McLean. annual pumpkin sale for charity.

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sophomore Kevin Hwang and Alex Hedrick, who Faith Notes Highlanders is Nick’s younger brother. Faith Notes are for announcements and events in the faith community. Send From Page 24 Coach Simoni loves the work ethic, team im- to [email protected]. Deadline is Friday. his Highlander boys have competed. provement and positive attitude he has seen from Trinity United Methodist Church, 1830 Kirby Road in Junior Jason Richards is leading the boys’ team. his teams this season. He and the Highlanders are Church, 1205 Dolley Madison McLean. The third Sunday service ev- “He has made huge gains from last year,” said looking for good things to come in the postseason Blvd., McLean, Sunday worship ser- ery month at 10:15 a.m. allows Simoni. “He easily broke 17 minutes at Burke Lake district and Northern Region races coming up. The vices are at 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. children to play active roles in the Sunday School for adults is at 9:30 music and as greeters and ushers. earlier this year and should also run well at the top four girls and boys’ teams at districts will a.m. and for children during the Traditional services are every Sunday Liberty District meet.” qualify for the following week’s Northern Region 10:30 a.m. worship service. Youth at 8:15 and 10:15 a.m. Nursery is The Highlanders have received excellent lead- Championships. Group for grades 7-12 meets Sunday available at the 10:15 a.m. service. nights, 6 - 7:30 p.m. A 20-minute ser- 703-356-7533. ership from senior captain Nick Hedrick. “Overall I am very pleased with the dedication vice of Holy Communion is held each “Nick has done a great job leading a very young and hard work of my team,” he said. “The girls Wednesday at 12 p.m. 703-356-3312 Chesterbrook United Method- group of varsity runners,” said Simoni. are up against a very strong Liberty District group. or umtrinity.org. ist Church is at 1711 Kirby Road, Other key team members have been Eric T.J.[Thomas Jefferson] and Langley look like they McLean. Worship service is at 11 a.m. English classes at McLean Sunday school is at 9:30 a.m. for Leimkuhler, Dylan Johnson and Marcelo Leme, all should be one and two. I believe that we will be Baptist Church on Mondays, in- adults and children. Rev. Kathleene returning runners from last year, as well as new- competing with Stone Bridge and Madison for the cluding beginning, intermediate and Card, Pastor. 703-356-7100 or comer Bikal Paudel. next two positions. I am hopeful that the girls’ advanced levels. Advanced electives www.ChesterbrookUMC.org. “Nick [Hedrick] will be graduating next year but team will make it to the regional meet.” are Literature, U.S. Government, World Religions, and current events. The Jewish Social Services I am pleased with the development of the boys’ The boys’ district field could be up for grabs. Free class and registration, but stu- Agency (JSSA) offers a wide variety team and a group of freshmen and sophomores “The boys meet seems to be up in the air,” said dents must buy their own books. 9:30 of support groups for those with emo- that will be moving up to fight for his spot,” said Simoni. “Without a true front runner it will be a.m. at 1367 Chain Bridge Road. 703- tional, social, and physical challenges. the coach. difficult for the boys to advance to the regional 356-8080 or www.mcleanbaptist.org. Contact Gary Axelrod, 301-610-8309 or [email protected], or Those runners include freshman Mac Howard, race. However, it is not out of the question.” St. Dunstan’s Episcopal www.jssa.org.

26 ❖ McLean Connection ❖ October 20-26, 2010 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Real Estate OPEN HOUSES To have real estate information listed For more information about buying or children and their families, while receiv- Saturday & Sunday, Oct. 23rd & 24th in the Connection, send to mclean@ selling a home in the Greater Washing- ing medical treatment; SHARE - connectionnewspapers.com. Deadline is ton, DC area and to view listings, visit assisting local lower-income families Friday. www.cbmove.com. with food pantry and emergency needs; Wounded Warriors Project - Coldwell Banker Residential Keller Williams Realty® honoring and empowering wounded Brokerage in Vienna recently pre- McLean/Great Falls will host its an- service personnel who have incurred sented a check for $1,500 to MenzFit on nual Charity Golf Tournament on service-related wounds, injuries, and ill- behalf of Coldwell Banker Residential Tuesday, Nov. 2, at Westwood Country nesses; Keller Williams McLean/Great Brokerage Cares (CBRB Cares), the Club in Vienna, to benefit KW McLean Falls College Scholarship Fund - for as- company’s philanthropic arm. MenzFit Cares. The entry fee for individual golf- piring seniors who show excellence in provides disadvantaged men in the ers is $250, foursomes are $1,000 and academics and community involvement. Washington, D.C. and Philadelphia areas sponsorship packages ranging from For more information, or to register, with new suits, job interview coaching, $250 to $5,000 are still available. visit the website and career development and financial lit- This year’s beneficiaries are: www.kwmcleancaresgolf.com. or con- eracy services. For more information Children’s Inn at the National Institutes tact Mary Jane Perry, Keller Williams about MenzFit, visit menzfit.org. of Health, a healing environment for Mclean, at 703-677-2266.

1553 Dominion Hill Ct, McLean • $1,262,000 • Open Sunday 2-4 JD Callender, Weichert, 703-606-7901

When you visit one of these Open Houses, tell the Realtor you saw it in this Connection Newspaper. For more real estate listings and open houses visit www.ConnectionNewspapers.com, click the Real Estate links on the right side. Call Specific Agents to Confirm Dates & Times. McLean 1553 Dominion Hill Ct....$1,262,000 ...Sun 2-4....JD Callender...... Weichert...... 703-606-7901 1008 Eaton Dr...... $1,545,000...Sun 1-4....Jane Price...... Weichert...... 703-628-0470

Vienna 8231 Goldstream Ct...... $425,000...Sun 1-4....Kathy Szymanski...... Fairfax Realty...... 703.408.7089 9411 Cello Ct...... $739,500...Sun 2-4....Heather Embrey...... McEnearney...... 571.236.2616 2216 Nobehar Dr...... $841,000...Sun 1-4....Kathy MacKenzie...... Long & Foster...... 703-620-4806

Great Falls 9567 Edmonston DR...... $1,299,000...Sun 12-4..Virginia Clark...... Long & Foster...... 703-254-3866 517 River Bend Rd...... $1,399,000...Sun 1-4....Deb Pietras...... McEnearney...... 703-967-2400 1122 Morningwood Lane...$899,999...Sun 1-4....Vivian Lyons...... Weichert...... 703 406 9009

Reston 1207 Bishopsgate Way....$1,050,000...Sun 1-4....Nikki Ryan...... Keller Williams...... 703-615-2663 11608 Ivystone Court...... $315,000...Sun 1-4....Carol Ellickson...... Weichert...... 703- 862-2135 2283 Dosinia Ct...... $494,900...Sun 1-4....Marie Buck...... Weichert...... 703-901-4166 1257 Woodbrock Court...... $599,000...Sun 1-4....Debbie McGuire...... Weichert...... 703 856 4766 1124 Round Pebble Lane...$875,000...Sun 1-4....Holly Weatherwax...... Momentum Realty.....571-643-4902 1204 Tottenham Ct...... $999,000...Sun 1-4....Nikki Ryan...... Keller Williams...... 703-615-2663

Oak Hill/Herndon 3316 Thorngate Dr...... $575,000...Sun 1-4....Deb Frank...... RE/MAX...... 703-758-1089 12506 Northern Valley Ct...$579,900...Sat 1-4.....Denene Crabbs...... Century 21...... 202-487-4949 755 Grace St...... $695,000...Sun 1-4....Mark McFadden...... Washington Fine Properties...703-356-2626 12007 Meadowville Ct...... $765,000...Sun 1-4....Irene Schiffman...... Weichert...... 703-593-7848

Sterling 754 Sugarland Run Dr...... $299,999... Sat/Sun1-5...Brenda Pronto...... Gateway Realty...... 703.430.3355 20542 Morningside Terrace...$335,000...Sun 1-4....John McCambridge...... Samson Properties...703-906-7067 45826 Matador Terrace...... $425,000...Sun 1-4....Diana LeFrancois ...... Century 21...... 703-930-6682 46991 Bainbridge Place.....$579,900...Sun 1-4....John McCambridge...... Samson Properties...703-906-7067 43611 Parisville Court ...... $825,000...Sun 1-4....Connie Tran...... Century 21...... 571-289-6030

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